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The Natural Bridge +

US 11 & 130, 15 Appledore Lane

Natural Bridge, VA 24578

(540) 291-2121

Striking? Majestic? Visit the immense natural wonder and National Historic Landmark, The Natural Bridge, and discover why photos don’t do it justice, nor words describe it, and why the awe-struck Thomas Jefferson bought it.

Tune in to the soothing sound of the creek as you follow the Cedar Creek Nature Trail beyond the Bridge to Lace Falls. Chat with Living History staff in the Monacan Indian Village; experience and learn about life 300 years ago.  Surround yourself with hundreds of exotic and native butterflies in Virginia’s largest indoor butterfly garden, “Butterflies at the Bridge”.  Step back in time in the Wax Museum, and Toy Museum.  When darkness falls return your gaze to the Bridge during the colorful “Drama of Creation”… all with The Natural Bridge ticket!

Also explore nature’s magnificent underground landscape on a guided tour of Natural Bridge Caverns; purchase admission along with The Natural Bridge and save on all attractions.

Stay, and save too- Escape Packages booked on-line are a great value on accommodations in the Natural Bridge Hotel, breakfast, and attractions.  For special offers, visit www.NaturalBridgeOffers.com.

The Natural Bridge, located on US 11, is off the Blue Ridge Parkway (MP 61.6, 63.7), and off I-81 exit, 175 or 180.

Striking? Majestic? Visit the immense natural wonder and National Historic Landmark, The Natural Bridge, and discover why photos don’t do it justice, nor words describe it, and why the awe-struck Thomas Jefferson bought it.

 

Tune in to the soothing sound of the creek as you follow the Cedar Creek Nature Trail beyond the Bridge to Lace Falls. Chat with Living History staff in the Monacan Indian Village; experience and learn about life 300 years ago.  Surround yourself with hundreds of exotic and native butterflies in Virginia’s largest indoor butterfly garden, “Butterflies at the Bridge”.  Step back in time in the Wax Museum, and Toy Museum.  When darkness falls return your gaze to the Bridge during the colorful “Drama of Creation”… all with The Natural Bridge ticket!

 

Also explore nature’s magnificent underground landscape on a guided tour of Natural Bridge Caverns; purchase admission along with The Natural Bridge and save on all attractions. 

 

Stay, and save too- Escape Packages booked on-line are a great value on accommodations in the Natural Bridge Hotel, breakfast, and attractions.  For special offers, visit www.NaturalBridgeOffers.com.

 

The Natural Bridge, located on US 11, is off the Blue Ridge Parkway (mp 61.6, 63.7), and off I-81 exit, 175 or 180.

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Midday Mountain Music

Saturday, May 25, 2013, 12:00 pm

" A Tribute to Sting and The Police"

Thursday, May 23, 2013, 8:00 pm

Heritage Fest +

Friday, May 24, 2013, 6:00 pm

Vineyard Deck Music Series

Saturday, May 25, 2013, 1:00 am

Miner's Heritage Day

Saturday, May 25, 2013, 9:00 am

What Would Katniss Do?

Saturday, May 25, 2013, 11:00 am

Tradfest

Saturday, May 25, 2013, 12:00 pm

Storytelling Hayrides: The People and History of Altapass

Saturday, May 25, 2013, 1:00 pm

3rd Annual Corks & Blues Festival

Saturday, May 25, 2013, 4:00 pm

Tracks Music & Dance

Saturday, May 25, 2013, 6:30 pm

Angelo Santamaria Live

Saturday, May 25, 2013, 7:00 pm

"The Man Who Lost the River"

Saturday, May 25, 2013, 7:30 pm

Black Light Underground Mine Tour

Saturday, May 25, 2013, 8:30 pm

Festival 2013

Saturday, May 25, 2013, 11:00 pm
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Midday Mountain Music

Sunday, May 26, 2013, 12:00 pm

Storytelling Hayrides: The People and History of Altapass

Sunday, May 26, 2013, 1:00 pm

Informal Jam on the Porch

Sunday, May 26, 2013, 2:00 pm

"The Man Who Lost the River"

Sunday, May 26, 2013, 7:30 pm

Festival 2013

Sunday, May 26, 2013, 11:00 pm
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Midday Mountain Music

Monday, May 27, 2013, 12:00 pm

Memorial Day BBQ and Covered Dish Dinner

Monday, May 27, 2013, 11:00 am
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Historic Marion Tailgate Market

Tuesday, May 28, 2013, 3:00 pm
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Midday Mountain Music

Wednesday, May 29, 2013, 12:00 pm

Live Music @ The Orchard

Wednesday, May 29, 2013, 1:45 pm
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Virginia's Blue Ridge Music Festival

Thursday, May 30, 2013, 6:00 pm

Midday Mountain Music

Thursday, May 2, 2013, 12:00 pm

Live Music @ The Orchard

Thursday, May 30, 2013, 1:45 pm

Marion Mountain Music

Thursday, May 30, 2013, 7:00 pm

"A Tribute to Sting and The Police"

Thursday, May 30, 2013, 8:00 pm
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Virginia's Blue Ridge Music Festival

Friday, May 31, 2013, 6:00 pm

Historic Lexington Walking Tour

Friday, April 5, 2013, 3:00 pm

Midday Mountain Music

Friday, May 3, 2013, 12:00 pm

Grandfather Mountain Nature Photography Weekend

Friday, May 31, 2013, 8:00 am

NC Gold Festival

Friday, May 31, 2013, 12:00 pm

Live Music @ The Orchard

Friday, May 31, 2013, 1:45 pm

Bluegrass Jam

Friday, May 31, 2013, 7:00 pm

Old Fort Mountain Music

Friday, May 31, 2013, 7:00 pm

Live Music & Dancing

Friday, May 31, 2013, 7:30 pm

"A Tribute to Sting and The Police"

Friday, May 31, 2013, 8:00 pm
 

Highlights & Happenings

  • Parkway Visitor Center, MP 384
  • Visitors traveling the Blue Ridge Parkway can now make one stop to learn about the entire 469 miles and 73-year history of the Parkway. The Parkway Visitor Center opened in 2008 and unveiled innovative, high-tech interactive exhibits. The LEED-certif
  • James River & Otter Creek, MP 60-63.8
  • At the lowest elevation along the Parkway, visitors can hike, camp, fish, have a picnic, and see restored Battery Creek Lock from the Kanawha Canal.
  • Peaks of Otter, MP 86
  • With stunning views, natural beauty, and the surrounding Jefferson National Forest, it’s no wonder the Peaks of Otter area has attracted people to the region for more than 8,000 years.
  • Humpback Rocks, MP 5.8
  • Located at the northern end of the Blue Ridge Parkway, Humpback Rocks is an area rich in history, scenic beauty, and abundant hiking trails. Early European settlers forged a living from the native materials that flourished in the Appalachian Mountain
  • Cumberland Knob, MP 217.5
  • Located near the Virginia state line, Cumberland Knob is the site where construction of the Blue Ridge Parkway began in 1935. It was the first recreation area opened to the public and remains a favorite destination for both locals and visitors. The m
  • Julian Price Memorial Park, MP 297
  • A majestic 4,200 acres at the foot of Grandfather Mountain, named in honor of Julian Price, comprises this popular park and lies directly adjacent to the Moses H. Cone Memorial Park. Together these parks make up the largest developed area set as
  • Blue Ridge Music Center
  • The Blue Ridge Music Center is a state-of-the-art performing arts facility built to preserve and promote the historic music of Virginia and the Blue Ridge. The Blue Ridge region has produced more old-time and bluegrass musicians per capita than any o
  • Blue Ridge Parkway Directory & Travel Planner
  • The 64th edition of the Blue Ridge Parkway Directory & Travel Planner is here! Explore area lodging and attractions, Parkway maps, services and more.
  • Attractions, Dining, Shopping & More
  • From fine arts to fun, experience the best places and activities to enhance your visit to the Blue Ridge Parkway region.
  • Camping
  • Camping is one way visitors traveling through the Blue Ridge Parkway can spend the night under the stars in one of America’s most beautiful natural settings.
  • Blooms & Wildlife Watching
  • Don't forget your cameras and binoculars when visiting the Blue Ridge Parkway! Learn when and where to see blooms along your journey.
  • Hiking Trails
  • A journey on the Blue Ridge Parkway offers motorists spectacular views of Southern Appalachia’s diverse beauty for 469.1 uninterrupted miles.
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